2nd Generation Shuffle/ Nano conflict

Recieved 2nd Gen shuffle for Xmas. Completed install instructions on same laptop/Windows XP OpSys that my Ipod nano and Itunes library is installed on. I was directed to download latest Itunes software update. Did so. Message popped up that my ipod update is complete and itunes recognizes the shuffle but it as the same name as my ipod nano and when I click on content there are no songs listed however memory has been used. Also, when i turn it on to listen, there is no music. No idea how to fix. If I click restore it will wipe out my itunes library. Help!!!

Restore will not wipe out the itunes library, just the contents of the ipod that is currently sync'd with itunes.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300701
Give that a try and reload your music and see how that works.

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I have unfortuantly had the exact same problem following my update to iTunes 11.
Incase someone explains the problem for me and not you, here is the link to my post. https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4755057
Best of luck getting it to work!

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So, your iPhone (and new shuffle) still work properly with iTunes, correct?
Your 1st gen shuffle... It's the white one with USB plug, that looks like a USB flash drive...?
Are you able to see it in Windows, and maybe change the drive letter back to E:?

My 2nd generation shuffle will not sync with itunes. Why?

I have done everything I can think of. I have restarted my mac several times, restarted Itunes and my 2nd generation shuffle will not show up in my iTunes. I just updated my iTunes and Mac to the latest version. Any help? Why wont my itunes connect to my ipod shuffle??

When iTunes is NOT running, does the shuffle show up on the Desktop, or appear in Disk Utility (when you run it)? Or, if you run System Profiler
Apple Menu -> About This Mac -> More Info -> System Report (if running Lion)
does the shuffle appear as a device under Hardware/USB?
If it is being recognized by the Mac in some way, you may be able to get it working again, using the iPod Reset Utility
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1238
This utility is for 1st and 2nd gen iPod shuffles only, as a "lower level" reset when you can't do a regular Restore in iTunes.
If the Mac is not seeing the shuffle at all, there is probably a problem with the USB connection, probably the USB cable/dock or the connection point on the shuffle (headphone jack) becoming faulty. To rule out the USB port in the Mac, be sure to try different ports. If you have been using a USB hub (or the spare keyboard port), be sure to try a direct port on the Mac. And be sure to try it with ALL other USB devices (except standard mouse and keyboard) disconnected, in case there is some USB device conflict happening.

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Hi nickh2913,
If you are having issues with your 2nd Gen iPod Shuffle, you may want to try the steps in the following Troubleshooting Assistant:
Apple Support: iPod shuffle (2nd generation) Troubleshooting Assistant
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/shuffle2gen/
Regards,
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I bought a 2nd generation Shuffle for my sister in August. It was washed once in November or September she cant remember. It has worked perfectly fine. The only problem is that when we plug it into my mom's desktop it says the device is not recognized. I have updated to iTunes 7 or whatever the latest is, I have done the 5 R's that Apple Recommends. I even downloaded and tried the Reset Utility sill nothing. But what I don't understand is I can plug it into my laptop and it works perfectly fine. If anyone can help I would appreciate it cause im going to school soon and she wont be able to user her iPod and I wanted to get info before I submitted a service request. Thanks
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If you bought it in August, it must be a 1st Gen shuffle...2nd Gen wasn't available for purchase (in stores) until November.
Are you plugging it directly into a USB port in the back of your mom's computer?

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my 2nd generation shuffle not appearing in itunes. What can I do?

If you have not done so already, first try using a different USB port that is directly on the computer (not a hub).
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1655
Start up your computer. Run iTunes. Try connecting the shuffle again.

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I was just wondering whether or not they still sell the 2nd generation ipod nanos. i live in Canada and ive been wanting a red ipod nano for ages...and my silver one is now starting to skip. i might as well get a new one seeing as my silver one has been through alot of rough times...
If they are still selling them, do they have the red ones in Canada? If so, where can i get one?

They have refurbs on the online store, but not the red. You might try stores in your area that sell iPods, ebay, or if you are near an Apple Store check the Black Friday sale.

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A 2G Shuffle can only be synced with one iTunes library at a time. So if you are trying to connect and use the Shuffle with a new computer/iTunes library, you'll need tor restore it before you can begin syncing or manualy adding content to it from the new library.
So go ahead and restore the iPod and then configure it for manual management. See this article for more details on configuring the shuffle for manual management.
Syncing music to iPod shuffle
And here is more assistance on restoring the Shuffle as well if need be.
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B-rock

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Greetings,
I've never seen this issue, and I handle many iPads, of all versions. WiFi issues are generally local to the WiFi router - they are not all of the same quality, range, immunity to interference, etc. You have distance, building construction, and the biggie - interference.
At home, I use Apple routers, and have no issues with any of my WiFi enabled devices, computers, mobile devices, etc - even the lowly PeeCees. I have locations where I have Juniper Networks, as well as Aruba, and a few Netgears - all of them work as they should.
The cheaper routers, Linksys, D-Link, Seimens home units, and many other no name devices have caused issues of various kinds, and even connectivity.
I have no idea what Starbucks uses, but I always have a good connection, and I go there nearly every morning and get some work done, as well as play.
You could try changing channels, 2.4 to 5 Gigs, changing locations of the router. I have had to do all of these at one time or another over the many years that I have been a Network Engineer.
Good Luck - Cheers,
M.

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Can I use a USB for 2nd generation shuffle with a 3rd generation shuffle?
Seems to be a good fit, but my computer doesn't seem to recognise it.

GreenApple5315 wrote:
Can you use a 3rd gen charger with a 2nd gen Shuffle?
By "3rd gen charger" are you referring to the USB cable with the
4 ring audio connector on the other end?
If so, the answer is again NO...

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As you already aware the reset utility only works with Windows 2000 and XP. So if you need to use this utility, you'll need to find or use a PC running either of these operating systems.
Once you have, you can reconnect it to your Vista machine as norma.
I also want to know if the ipod shuffle has an internal battery?
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In my case could it be completely dead due to non-usage for a very long time? I have noticed that I left it ON for all those months that I was not using it. Could it be that the battery got so drained that it reached a point of "no-return"?
Yes that is definitely a possibility as the lithium ion batteries in iPods need constant activity to maintain any sort of charge.
B-rock

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laurenfrombrenham wrote:
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Did it charge?
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